Sunday 28/01/07

Very dreich day, with "thin rain" which can soak you right through. The ferry Isle of Lewis has left for Birkenhead for refit, and the Clansman has taken over. Five people died in the one carcrash near Crieff, Perthshire last night. In all, 14 people lost their lives this weekend. A couple arrived on Friday, who had driven up all the way from London to Ullapool, 600 miles. They had left snow in England, but they were surprised at the mild conditions up here. The two are birdwatchers, and they are out at first light on Saturday and Snday. Yesterday saw them at Aird Uig, today was a bit of a flop due to poor visibility. Nonetheless, a golden eagle is a sight not many get to see. Drizzle continued all day, and visibility remained poor. Supper was a medium curry with chicken and rice.